Results-driven and ambitious in hospitality and travel industry professional seeking to expand my skills as a qualified Helicopter Pilot. With a strong passion for delivering exceptional customer experiences, I aim to leverage my expertise to drive growth and innovation in the industry. Committed to ongoing learning and professional development, I stay adaptable and informed about the latest trends and advancements in the ever-evolving hospitality and travel landscape.
Sparkly is an exceptional professional who has served as the curator of private, tailored, travel experiences on the African Continent. Discretion, exclusivity and lasting memories assured. He's a travel concierge, with links to various hotels, lodges, private Aviation companies, etc. But most importantly, Sparkly is also in touch with the essential history and culture that makes South Africa a fundamental pillar in African politics.
Provided Services for various Heads of Missions to South Africa. E.g US Ambassador, Business Travel HNWI.
Former First Lady of the United States Michelle Obama, global philanthropist Melinda French Gates, and leading human rights lawyer Amal Clooney convened influential leaders and experts, including former First Lady of South Africa and Mozambique Graça Machel, for a discussion on ending child marriage to help further their collective efforts to remove barriers facing young women around the world so they can reach their full potential.
2024 December- Planned and organized Travel for Former Missouri House of Representative visit in Cape Town and Republican Party Lobbyist.
Arranged Private Charters for various clients and Helicopter, Private Jets.
Hosted Celebrities such as Kylie Minogue, Kings of Chaos. Crew from Blendid with Adam Sandler to name a few
Founded Ukutula Travels, an independent travel company focused on promoting Ukutula Lodge and increasing visitor numbers through strategic partnerships and marketing efforts.
Key Achievements
- Established a booking office at Sun City Resort to facilitate tour package bookings for lodge visitors
- Successfully attracted diplomatic guests from Johannesburg and Pretoria, expanding the lodge's client base
- Represented Ukutula Travels at international travel shows to promote the lodge and attract global visitors
Partnership and Collaboration
Maintained a partnership with Ukutula Lodge, working closely to develop and implement effective marketing strategies, ensuring a mutually beneficial relationship.
• Established Ukutula Lion Lodge as one of the leading Lion Lodge in North West Province.
• Within the diplomatic communities and through the INDIAN and Brazilian Market.
• Manage some of the responsibilities of the Lodge in the day to day operations.
• Hosting Potential New Travel Agencies and maintaining existing agencies and clients.
• Showcased the Lodge at local and International travel Market.
• Managed the lodges guests/ Tour guides.
• Led the school department for educational camps for school groups for 7 years.
• Created new activities for school groups according to the international safety Standard.
• Created Health and safety, Standard Operating Procedures for all activities that the Lodge offered for schools.
• Conducted Training workshops for new facilitators that joined the Lodge education Department.
UK Director, Language School - Camp Beaumont (2006-2008)
- Led a language school program for international students, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment
- Developed and implemented educational programs, activities, and excursions to promote language learning and cultural immersion
Senior Activity Instructor, Kingswood Outdoor Education Centre (2005-2007)
- Designed and delivered outdoor education programs, activities, and workshops for students of various ages and backgrounds
- Ensured safety and well-being of participants, adhering to strict risk management protocols
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop and implement engaging outdoor programs, promoting teamwork, leadership, and personal growth
Business development
Current: Helicopter Pilot Training at National Airways Corporation.